Bush Tucker

Veronica Daniels

$2,500.00

In this painting, Veronica shares the stories of her mother, Sarah Daniels’ country — a land rich with life, memory,

and sacred connections. The circular shapes that dance across the canvas represent the tjurnu (waterholes), the lifeblood of this land, each one a wellspring of stories, sustenance, and spiritual significance. These waterholes, scattered across the country, are more than just physical landmarks; they are places of deep cultural meaning, where the ancestors’ spirits reside.

The sections of varying colors and dots are a visual celebration of the mangarri (bush tucker) that thrives in this land — a bounty of food that nourishes both body and spirit. Each vibrant patch and intricate pattern tells the tale of the land’s abundance, where bush tomatoes, wild figs, and other precious foods grow in harmony with the country’s sacred rhythms.

Through her brush, Veronica connects the past with the present, honouring the land that shaped her mother’s life and continues to inspire her own. This painting is not only a reflection of country, but a living testament to the endless cycle of life, survival, and tradition that flows through the generations.